What was the primary goal of the Open Door Policy advocated by Secretary of State John Hay?
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Correct answer: To ensure equal trading rights for all nations in China
The U.S. feared that European 'spheres of influence' in China would shut out American trade. The policy aimed to keep Chinese markets open to all nations on an equal basis.
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